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Bridging the Gap: Christian Thomas’ Journey as an Occupational Therapy Intern at World Relief Memphis 

June 27, 2024 |

At World Relief Memphis, we are continually inspired by the incredible dedication and impact of our team members. One such individual who has made a significant mark on our organization and the broader community is Dr. Christian Thomas, our talented Occupational Therapy (OT) intern and now Health & Wellness Specialist. As a certified occupational therapist,…

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Melissa sews with her grandmother outside following COVID protocols.

Coming full circle: how sewing tied one volunteer back to her family roots

April 13, 2021

In 1949, a young Yugoslavian man left war-torn Europe with all that he had in the search of a better life. Rather than…

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Q&A with local artist with Whitney Winkler

April 13, 2021

The Lord has continued to bless us this year, and we are so excited to announce that one way in…

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Volunteer with two children

How one volunteer goes above and beyond for his fellow immigrants

April 8, 2021

One volunteer, Arrey, makes sure to give back to his fellow immigrants in any way we can.

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Volunteer Ed Thompson with Habitat for Humanity

Volunteer Spotlight: Café English

April 7, 2021

When Ed Thompson took a business trip to France nearly five years ago, he didn’t think it would have such…

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Spring intern Madiha on the Memphis bridge.

Internship highlights the best of both worlds

March 16, 2021

“I grew up in a community of immigrants. Sometimes those immigrants were refugees that had to flee for various reasons,…

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Why I serve: the story of Peace

March 7, 2021

As an immigrant, I know how it is to feel overwhelmed in a new place with no guidance. I have…

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